Fantastic Low Fat Banana Bread

Indulge in the guilt-free comfort of this *Fantastic Low Fat Banana Bread*! Packed with wholesome ingredients, this naturally sweetened recipe uses ripe bananas, honey or maple syrup, and unsweetened applesauce to create a tender, moist loaf without the need for excessive oil or sugar. Made with whole wheat flour and subtly spiced with cinnamon, it’s a nutritious option perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Customize it with optional mix-ins like chopped walnuts or dark chocolate chips for an extra touch of flavor. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-follow recipe is a healthy twist on a classic treat that’s sure to please the whole family. Trust us—this light banana bread is so delicious, you won’t miss the extra fat!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 4 medium ripe bananas
• 0.25 cup honey (or maple syrup)
• 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 1.5 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup optional mix-ins: chopped walnuts or dark chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x5-inch loaf pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it with non-stick spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas with a fork until smooth.

Step 3

Add the honey, unsweetened applesauce, vanilla extract, and eggs to the mashed bananas. Whisk until fully combined and smooth.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking soda, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

If using mix-ins like walnuts or dark chocolate chips, gently fold them into the batter at this stage.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake the banana bread in the preheated oven for 50-55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Allow the banana bread to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Slice and enjoy your fantastic low-fat banana bread! Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1071.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2230.8

Total Fat 94.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 2458.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 323.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.0g	0%
Total Sugars 123.8g
Protein 62.4g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 255.9mg	0%
Iron 14.7mg	0%
Potassium 3197.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.5%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 54.1%